Showing papers on "Cover (telecommunications) published in 2001"

Removable housing cover for a portable radio communication device

Abstract: The present invention relates to a removable housing cover that is adapted to be detachably connectable to a mobile phone, the removable cover having a distinguishing identity means associated therewith, and the phone having a sensor for sensing the distinguishing identity means of the removable cover and a processor controlling the operating characteristics of the device, the arrangement being such that in use the removable housing cover is mounted on the phone and the sensor senses the identity means and outputs a sensed parameter of the identity means to the processor, wherein the processor is responsive to the sensed parameter to change selected ones of the operating characteristics of the phone.In this way, changing the phone cover causes a change in the internal operating characteristics of the phone.

Exchangable housing cover for a portable radio communication device

Abstract: The present invention relates to a removable housing cover that is adapted to be detachably connectable to a mobile phone. The removable cover having a distinguishing identity means associated therewith, and the phone having a sensor for sensing the distinguishing identity means of the removable cover and a processor controlling the operating characteristics of the device. The arrangement being such that in use, the removable housing cover is mounted on the phone and the sensor senses the identity means and outputs a sensed parameter of the identity means to the processor; wherein, the processor is responsive to the sensed parameter to change selected ones of the operating characteristics of the phone. In this way, changing the phone cover causes a change in the internal operating characteristics of the phone.

Mounting of data storage devices with compliant storage module covers

Abstract: Data storage systems are provided. A representative system includes a carrier that incorporates a frame and a cover. The frame includes a faceplate, a first rail and a second rail, with the first and second rails extending outwardly from said faceplate. The first and second rails also are adapted to receive the cover therebetween. Preferably, the cover is configured to at least partially encase a data storage device received by the carrier. Other systems and devices also are provided.

Sanitary cover for shopping carts and the like

Abstract: A protective, sanitary cover for use on a shopping cart, infant seat and similar child seating devices. The cover is a strong, absorbent material having tabs which carry fasteners to secure the cover in place. Perforated areas are provided which can be removed or punched out to allow the child's legs to extend through the cover and through the openings, such as the leg receiving openings in a shopping cart seat.

Wireless device and method of operating the same

Abstract: The cellular phone of the present invention includes a display device provided on the front surface of a main body, and a cover movable relative to and preferably, rotatably mounted on, the main body and having keypads provided on the front and rear surfaces thereof, respectively A plurality of number keys for a mobile communication are preferably arranged on the keypad provided on the front surface of the cover, and a plurality of character keys for the Internet are preferably arranged on the keypad provided on the rear surface of the cover Also, another keypad wherein keys for the mobile communication and the Internet are arranged may be provided on the main body The cover may be in the form of a flip or folder The cover may have an area smaller than the main body or a window so that a portion of the display device is exposed even when the cover is closed Meanwhile, information that conforms with the exposed portion of the display device is provided from the server to the display device in dependence with the open/close state of the cover The cellular phone having the improved cover can be advantageously used as a future web phone, digital phone, or Internet phone

Mobile communications terminal

Abstract: A portable communications device comprises a body with a display, a speaker, a camera and lens, a keypad, and a display cover that is slidably connected to the body. The display cover is movable over the display between at least two positions. When the cover is in one of these positions, the camera is activated and the display operates as a viewfinder for the camera. The sliding cover permits the optimisation of the display size for use as a viewfinder. Moreover, the position of the sliding cover relative to the body of the device may be used as a selector to determine the operating mode. There is thus no need to navigate a menu using a keyboad prior to photographing. Rather the function of the device may be automatically selected by sliding the cover to obscure a greater or lesser area of the display.

Protective cover for cellular telephone or the like

Abstract: A protective cover is provided for a telephone having a keypad and a display. The cover has a keypad portion for covering the keypad of the telephone to protect the telephone at the keypad, and a display portion for covering the display of the telephone to protect the telephone at the display.

GUI control method and apparatus and recording medium

Abstract: A GUI control method and apparatus and a program facilitating the use of a software even by a beginner user, clarifying the software use, guiding the user in the operating sequence and enabling operation on a screen different from an inherent screen. The use of the software is displayed on a screenshot. If a use is selected, a widget to be operated next is highlighted on the screen in accordance with a pre-registered operating sequence to guide the user in his or her operating sequence. A cover screen hiding the inherent screen of the software is displayed, and the software use is displayed on the cover screen by a menu. If an operation is performed on the cover screen, an operation equivalent to that performed on the cover screen is executed on the inherent screen of the software.

Manual input apparatus and processor

Abstract: The present invention relates to a manually operable input apparatus (202) for a portable electronic processing device (102), such as a mobile phone or hand-held processor. The apparatus defines a plurality of regions (303, 304) each representing a respective data item and comprises a plurality of sheets configured to produce a response to a mechanical interaction. Furthermore, the sheets are configured to be wrapped around the device to provide a protective cover.

Cover for storage space affording access to a selected part thereof

Abstract: A cover for storage space affording access to a selected part thereof, comprising means for generating at least one opening which can be configured and positioned at any location on the cover (1), which opening (2) affords access to a limited area of the storage space.

Sanitary phone cover

Abstract: Disposable sanitary covers for the earpiece mouth piece and handle of telephone handsets. The covers are designed to provide universal fit to the earpiece or mouth piece, regardless of its shape.

Message display apparatus

Abstract: The present invention is a message display apparatus that is preferably weather resistant. The present invention is comprised of a pair of parallel side frame members attached at their ends to a bottom frame member. The side frame members are also adapted to receive a pair of covers where at least one of the covers is visibly clear. The clear cover allows a message board to be displayed while simultaneously protecting it from poor weather. Additionally, a top frame member is attached to the message board so that it can be easily inserted into and removed from the message display apparatus.

Stationary media mobile printing

Abstract: A portable printer includes a top cover, a bottom cover, one or more rail units located on the inside surface of the top cover, and a carriage assembly. Media is positionable on the inside surface of the bottom cover. The carriage assembly is movably connected to the rail units, such that the carriage assembly is able to move at least one of horizontally and vertically over the media, and print on substantially any part of the media, wherein the media is capable of being stationary during printing.

Protecting device of an electronic panel of a personal digital assistant

Abstract: A protecting device of an electronic panel of a personal digital assistant comprises a protecting cover. A personal digital assistant has an electronic panel thereon and has a side installed with a dedicated pen. The protecting cover is a hollow cover and a window being formed therein. The window has a transparent plate. The protecting cover is detachable and pivotally connected to one side of the personal digital assistant. The protecting cover serves to cover on the electronic panel of the personal digital assistant. Another side of the protecting cover is installed with a buckling end for being buckled to the dedicated pen of the personal digital assistant. The present invention serves to avoid the electronic panel to be worn or broken and the protecting cover is fixed well so as to have a preferred protecting effect. Furthermore, the protecting cover is detachable for being updated.

Shelf product management and information display

Abstract: A shelf product management and information display identifies a product allocated to a portion of a shelf at a point of purchase and provides a purchaser with extended information pertaining to the product. The display is to be mounted at the forward edge of the shelf portion and includes a channel for displaying information pertaining to the identification and pricing of the allocated product, and a cover element which carries graphic material in the form of aesthetically pleasing product identification and logo representations. The cover element is maintained in a closed position by the force of gravity, and is selectively moved to an open position to reveal extended information pertaining to the allocated product, which extended information is hidden from view when the cover element is in the closed position. A catch mechanism holds the cover element in the open position so that a purchaser conveniently may review the extended information, and is released readily to bias the cover element toward the closed position.

PDA with a protective cover for its display panel

Abstract: The invention relates to a PDA with a protective cover for its display panel. The technology of the invention relates mainly to a sliding protective cover for the body of a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) with cellular phone functions. The protective cover may slide onto the display panel, providing protection for the display panel. In addition, on the protective cover there is a window opening, so that when the PDA is not in use, the display panel is covered with the protective cover. The display panel shows a small window, which is visible to a user, for displaying messages related to the cellular phone functions.

Cover for a telephone handset

Abstract: A rear cover ( 1 ) for a telephone handset ( 2 ) is described. An inner area of the handset ( 2 ) is adapted to receive electronic circuitry ( 27 ) for the operation of the telephone. A portion of the rear cover is adapted to provide a housing ( 4 ) for a SIM card ( 5 ). The rear cover ( 1 ) is provided with electronic terminals ( 8 b ) adapted to enable electronic communication between a SIM card ( 5 ) and the electronic circuitry ( 27 ) within the telephone. The rear cover ( 1 ) desirably additionally provides a housing for a battery.

Cellular phone equipped with crime or disaster precention means

Abstract: Disclosed is a cellular phone equipped with crime or disaster prevention means. It has an extra push button at a predetermined position on its body. The extra push button has a safety lock such as a cover for preventing inadvertent depression for telephoning police or fire stations or security companies. The cellular phone has a GPS function installed therein for informing them of the instantaneous location of the telephoner.

Anti-theft alarm for portable computer

Abstract: A laptop computer (12) is supplied with special-purpose software that detects when the cover (10) is being closed by an unauthorized person. When the cover is closed, an alarm sounds using the speaker integral the laptop. The closed-cover condition is detected. The software operates on either interrupt-driven or polled devices which have some means for detecting that the cover is closed. The software includes a password feature and a hot-key feature (15) for overriding the alarm so that an authorized person may close the cover without disturbing other persons or to stop the alarm if the authorized person forgets to disable the alarm.

Multi-purpose antenna accessory for protection of a portable wireless communication device

Abstract: A protector for a portable wireless communication device that has a housing and a keypad. One embodiment of the protector may comprise a cover member that is pivotally attached to the housing and selectively pivotable between a first position wherein the cover covers the keypad and other positions wherein the keypad is exposed. The cover may be provided with one or more openings or notches to permit access to certain components on the keypad such as a thumbwheel, etc. without removing the cover member. The cover member may be provided with a latch to retain the cover member in position. If desired, an antenna may be coupled to the cover. The antenna may be physically coupled to the device's receiving and transmitting circuitry or it may be capacitively coupled thereto.

Bi-directional facsimile-to-email communication method and system, and method and system of acquiring new subscribers therefor

Abstract: Bi-directional facsimile-to-email communications can be automatically routed through communications networks by means of a machine-readable message header including a coded reference to relevant routing information. The message header can be incorporated in a separate cover page that can be repeatedly used to route messages exclusively between specified entities including email and facsimile users, computer terminals, facsimile machines, communications networks and network-connected devices, etc. The method and system disclosed further provides for facsimile-to-facsimile communications over Internet Protocol and the acquisition of additional subscribers to a service provider offering the above communications facilities.

A language for information commerce processes

Abstract: Automatizing information commerce requires languages to represent the typical information commerce processes. Existing languages and standards cover either only very specific types of business models or are too general to capture in a concise way the specific properties of information commerce processes. We introduce a language that is specifically designed for information commerce. It can be directly used for the implementation of the processes and communication required in information commerce. It allows to cover existing business models that are known either from standard proposals or existing information commerce applications on the Internet. The language has a concise logical semantics. We present the language concepts and an implementation architecture.

Communication terminal equipment and its display control method

Abstract: PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve the convenience of a user by operating a preliminarily set electronic mail display function at the time of opening a cover member. SOLUTION: This communication equipment having a cover member for opening and closing a display part 8 is provided with a mail storing means 6 for storing the contents and designation of a received electronic mail and a cover opening and closing detecting means 4 for detecting the opening and closing of the cover member. When the cover member is opened, the contents or designation of the received electronic mail is displayed at the display part 8.

Avoiding attachment of an ineligible smart interchangeable cover to an electronic device

Abstract: A base portion of an electronic apparatus and a plurality of eligible smart interchangeable covers are provided with corresponding instructions for the base to authenticate an attached cover The base operates the apparatus at a function/feature level in view of whether the base is able to authenticate the cover In one embodiment, the authentication involves exchange of challenges and responses between the base and the cover, employment of session keys to facilitate the exchanges via encrypted communications, employment of private and public keys of the cover to facilitate provision of the session key(s) to the cover, and employment of a certificate to facilitate provision of the public key of the cover to the base In one embodiment, the challenges/responses comprise at least a subset of the functions/features implementing instructions/data of the cover, and the certificate is signed by a common licensor of the vendors of the base and the covers

Luggage handle cover with ID tag

Abstract: A luggage handle cover having a body portion with a first end, a second end, an inner side, and an outer side. The body portion has a length and width sufficient to substantially cover a luggage handle. The luggage handle cover also has a fastening mechanism coupled to the body portion to fasten the first end and the second end and an identification display disposed on the inner side of the body portion when the body portion is arranged to substantially cover a luggage handle.

Cable identification system and method

Abstract: A cable identification system and method according to which one or more rings, having identifying indicia thereon, extend around the cable, and a cover extends around the ring and has a window formed therein, so that rotation of the ring relative to the cover exposes the identifying indicia.

Electronic device with touch screen

Abstract: The present invention discloses an electronic device (1) comprising a touch sensitive screen (10), on which graphical information (60) is presented. Covering the screen (10), a cover member (4), either pivotal, sliding or fixed, with a number of keys (5) is provided. At least a portion of the cover member (4), including the keys (5) are made of transparent material, allowing the graphical information (60) on the screen (10) to be visible through the cover member (4). If the keys (5) are transparent, multi-functional programmable keys are obtained since the information (60) displayed therethrough may change as the operation of the device (1) changes. Consequently, a single key (5) may display all from figures and letters to symbols, e.g. arrows, depending on the actual operation. In addition, text-rich messages, images and films may be viewed through the cover member (4) and at the same time being modifiable, e.g. zoomed, simply by depressing a key (5). A method for operation control of such an electronic device (1) is also disclosed.

Vehicle interior component having a flexible cover with integrated circuitry

Abstract: A vehicle interior component for use with a vehicle having a vehicle system includes a substrate and a flexible cover covering a portion of the substrate. The cover includes a cover material and electronic circuitry integrated with the cover material and adapted to communicate with the vehicle system. Moreover, the cover material and the electronic circuitry cooperate to define at least one control switch for controlling operation of the vehicle system.

Telephone watch including a SIM card in its housing

Abstract: The telephone watch (1) includes a back cover (2) in which is arranged a housing (3) arranged to accommodate a SIM card (4). A cover (5) provided with a hinge (6) closes the back cover (2). Means are implemented to assure the sealing (8) of the cover (5) and to assure the locking thereof (7). The hinge (6) is arranged so as to be entirely confined within the back cover (2).